1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 729 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Cherry has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Cherry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Quest |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3160 mm |
